Coastal Home Inspections
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Email: info@coastal-home-inspections.com
Phone: (949) 291-7611
301 Forest Ave
Laguna Beach CA 92651-2115
Inspector: Reza Limonadi
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Property Inspection Report |
| Client(s): |
Mr. & Mrs. DAS |
| Property address: |
1225 Rosewood Avenue
Inglewood, CA 90301 |
| Inspection date: |
5/14/2010 |
This report published on Friday, May 14, 2010 7:59:17 PM PDT
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Thank you for using Coastal Home Inspections for your inspection needs. I appreciate your business.
The following written report is prepared for the sole, confidential and exclusive use of the client(s) named above. It is designed to highlight major and significant defects observed on the day of the inspection, not minor or cosmetic ones (although these will be noted when observed as a courtesy). The report is intended as a general guide to help you evaluate the home. Read your entire Home Inspection Report before purchasing the property, paying close attention to all items noted on the report and to any exclusions and limitations listed. Any items noted that require further evaluation, any items not accessible or able to be located during the inspection and any items listed under the Visual Obstructions and Exclusions section should be investigated or evaluated before you purchase the home. I recommend that any needed repairs be made by a licensed, qualified contractor.
Your Home Inspection Report represents my good-faith opinions on the subjects listed within on the day of the inspection - no guarantee or warranty is either expressed or implied. Hidden or concealed defects are not included in this report. This report is not an insurance policy. Please be sure to read the entire report thoroughly and call promptly with any questions or concerns. This report shall supersede any written or verbal communication and comments made prior to providing the written report.
Best Wishes,
Reza Limonadi AIA
Coastal Home Inspections
How to Read this Report
This report is organized by the property's functional areas. Within each functional area, descriptive information is listed first and is shown in bold type. Items of concern follow descriptive information.
Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types: | Safety | Poses a risk of injury or death |
 | Repair/Replace | Recommend repairing or replacing |
 | Repair/Maintain | Recommend repair and/or maintenance |
 | Maintain | Recommend ongoing maintenance |
 | Evaluate | Recommend evaluation by a specialist |
 | Comment | For your information |
Click here for a glossary of building construction terms.
Contact your inspector if there are terms that you do not understand, or visit the glossary of construction terms at http://www.reporthost.com/glossary.asp
Inspector's name: Reza Limonadi AIA
Structures inspected: Single Family Detached, Detatched accessory Structure
Age of building: 64 Yrs.
Inspection Fee: $250
Payment method: Check
Present during inspection: Client(s), Tenant(s), Realtor(s)
Occupied: Yes
Weather conditions: Clear
Temperature: Warm
Ground condition: Dry
Foundation type: Crawlspace, Slab on grade
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This property has been inspected for major building components only. Obvious cosmetic conditions will not be reported, while hazardous conditions that can jeopardize occupants and structure will be reported.
2)
Main structure displays a sound structural component while the addition is not to todays standards. Plumbing system is exposed in the side yard while many openings exist in wall cavities.
The second structure seemed structurally sound, but with no view into the attic, the inspector can only guess as to the condition and sufficiency of the structural components.
Footing material: Poured in place concrete
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Apparent wall structure: Wood frame
Wall covering: Stucco
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Exterior door material: Solid core wood
3)
There are numerous openings in the stucco wall finish of this structure. All openings should be sealed to prevent damage to the structural components.
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There are signs of water damage on many rafter tails and other wooden components of this structure. These wooden components need to be refinished and sealed to prevent further damage, and some are in need of replacement..
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Deteriorated rafter tails.
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Deteriorated rafter tails.
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Eave in need of a refinish.
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Gate in deteriorated condition.
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Front entry beam deteriorated with dry rot and termite.
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There are numerous openings in crawl space, and attic ventilation screen. All openings under the building and over to the attic should be sealed to prevent entry of animals.
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Second structure which used to be a garage, had its doors removed, and without removing the trims, a infill wall has been built to close the opening.
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Old garage door has been closed off.
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Roof inspection method: Viewed from eaves on ladder
Roof type: Cross-hipped, Flat
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Main building roof looks to be in a good shape with a correct transition to flat portion of the roof. The front of the main structure's roof looks a bit frayed, and should be monitored for future leak.
Rear struture roof is in a much worst condition and should be replaced soon.
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Rear structure's roof in a deteriorated condition.
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Inspection method: Viewed from hatch
Roof structure type: Rafters
Ceiling structure: Ceiling beams
Insulation material: Fiberglass loose fill
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No access hatch was found for the attic in the second structure. The inspector was unable to evaluate the attic, and it's excluded from this inspection.
9)
Main structure's attic seemed to be in a good condition with adequate ventilation, and proper structural placements.
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Asbestos contained exhaust duct in a good condition.
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10)
The addition to the main structure has no insulation in the attic area over the living spaces.
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Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers
Service amperage (amps): 200
Service voltage (volts): 120/240
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Electrical panel in a serviceable condition.
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Type: Tank
Manufacturer: Reliance
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A water heater is installed over finished living spaces and has no catch pan and drain installed. Recommend having a qualified contractor install a catch pan and drain to prevent water damage to finished interior spaces below if/when the water heater develops a leak or is drained.
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The water heater does not have seismic straps or struts installed. This is a potential safety hazard since movement can cause leaks in the gas supply lines or damage wiring. Leaks may also occur in water supply pipes.
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No drain line is installed for the temperature-pressure relief valve. This is a potential safety hazard due to the risk of scalding if someone is standing next to the water heater when the valve opens. A qualified plumber should install a drain line as per standard building practices. For example, extending to 6 inches from the floor, or routed so as to drain outside.
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Main structures water heater.
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Second structures water heater.
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Inspection method: Viewed from hatch
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Gas leak is detected under the structure by the meter. This is a concern that should be addressed immediately
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Gas meter in the crawel space with a leak at the union connection.
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Wooden support posts are not securely fastened to footings and beams above. This is a safety hazard since they can separate during a seismic event.
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Some ceiling areas in this structure have "popcorn" textured surfaces possibly installed prior to 1979. This material may contain asbestos, which is a known carcinogen and poses a health hazard. Laws were passed in the United States in 1978 prohibiting use of asbestos in residential structures, but stocks of existing materials have been known to be used for some time thereafter. The client(s) may wish to have this ceiling material tested by a qualified lab to determine if it does contain asbestos.
In most cases, when the material is intact and in good condition, keeping it encapsulated with paint and not disturbing it may reduce or effectively eliminate the health hazard. If the client wishes to remove the material, or plans to disturb it through remodeling, they should have it tested by a qualified lab and/or consult with a qualified industrial hygienist or asbestos abatement specialist. For more information, visit:
http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/453.html
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Major cracks in exterior walls.
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Exposed open plumbing in the side of the house.
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Back of the shower open.
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Shading structure that should be removed as a safety concern.
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Open under the sink into the wall.
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This inspection meets or exceeds the Standards of Practice for the InterNational Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI). It is intended as a general guide to help you make an evaluation as to the overall condition of the home. It is not intended to place a value on the home nor make any representation as to the advisability of purchase. It is not a guarantee or warranty. It is not an insurance policy.
The report reflects the opinion of the inspector(s), based upon visual impressions of conditions that existed at the time of inspection. The inspection is not intended to be technically exhaustive or to imply that every component in the home was inspected. No disassembly of equipment, opening of walls, moving of furniture or stored items was performed or is allowed by state requirements. All components which were concealed or obscured from observation at the time of inspection (including those concealed by clutter and stored items) are necessarily excluded from the report. Unless noted otherwise the house exterior was inspected from the ground. Only a representative sampling of parts and components (windows, electrical outlets, roof shingles, exterior wall trim and cladding, etc.) were examined and are within the scope of this inspection. Unless noted otherwise roofs and roofing materials are inspected from the ground with binoculars, from the roof edge when possible or from windows overlooking the roof.
Environmental hazards are not within the scope of the inspection and are excluded from the report. Any hazards noticed while performing the building inspection will be listed in the "Possible Environmental Hazards" section for your convenience so you can have them further investigated by an expert. These hazards include but are not limited to radon gas, carbon monoxide, lead and lead paint, buried storage tanks, asbestos, vermiculite, urea formaldehyde, and mold. Also excluded from the report are heating system heat exchangers, pools, hot tubs, spas, fountains, exterior lighting, water wells, zoning ordinances, intercoms, playground equipment, sports courts, elevators, outbuildings, septic tanks and sewage systems, water treatment equipment, security systems, sprinkler systems (both fire and lawn), bridges (over culverts, streams, ponds, etc.), generators, greenhouses, and central vacuum systems. Condo common areas are excluded. This is not an inspection for insects (including wood destroying), rodents birds, or other infestations. Reinspections or additional testing is not included and will incur an additional fee if needed. No warranty or guaranty of the home or components is implied by Coastal Home Inspections.
This inspection report is not a compliance inspection for any government codes or regulations, nor as a property or land survey. The types of water supply (public supply or private well) and waste disposal (public sewer or private septic system) cannot be accurately determined by a home inspection and were not part of your home examination. I recommend you check with your local City or other source of building records / permits to verify your type of system before purchase.
